A woman has been charged before a Nairobi court with impersonation and stealing nearly Sh900,000 from a bank customer.
Regina Wairimu Wanjiru appeared before the Milimani Magistrate’s Court, where she pleaded not guilty to the charges.
According to the charge sheet, Wanjiru is accused that on January 13, 2026, at UBA Kenya Bank Limited – Westlands Branch, jointly with others not before the court, she stole Sh896,620 from the account of Sarah Wangari Maina, money said to be the property of the bank.
Impersonation Allegations
The court heard that on the same day and at the same branch, Wanjiru allegedly falsely presented herself as Sarah Wangari Maina to a bank teller, Ibrahim Odhiambo Otieno, with intent to defraud.
Prosecutors allege that Wanjiru knowingly misrepresented her identity to facilitate the withdrawal of the funds.
Accused Released on Bail
After taking her plea, the court released Wanjiru on cash bail, pending hearing and determination of the case.
The matter will be mentioned on a date to be set by the court.